Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy
Please note that the links contained on this search results page may take you
to sites outside of the NIH. (See Disclaimer under Site Policies for details.)
Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) is a neurological disorder characterized by progressive weakness and impaired sensory function in the legs and arms. The disorder is caused by damage to the myelin sheath (the fatty covering that wraps around and protects nerve fibers) of the peripheral nerves. It often presents with symptoms that include tingling or numbness (beginning in the toes and fingers), weakness of the arms and legs, loss of deep tendon reflexes, fatigue, and abnormal sensations. CIDP is closely related to Guillain-Barre syndrome and it is considered the chronic counterpart of that acute disease. Treatment may include corticosteroids, immunosuppressant drugs, plasma exchange, physiotherapy, and/or intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) therapy.[1]
References
-
NINDS Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) Information Page. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). 2008 Available at: http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/cidp/cidp.htm. Accessed April 6, 2009.
For more information about Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy click on the boxes below:
Click arrows to expand or collapse a Resource Section.
Show All Resources
Hide All Resources